Cost of Living in McLean, VA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
297.6
100 = national avg
+197.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$130,959
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$309,538
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing400.0
Food200.0
Transportation202.1
Healthcare200.0
Utilities200.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$2,015
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,246
per month
The overall cost of living index in McLean is 297.6, which is 197.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 400.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $130,959 per year to cover basic expenses.